I figured out Jake Wexler is the bookie. I never would of guessed. Another thing I realized it that he is very different from his wife. He is laid back and she is trying to climb the social ladder. I don't think that Sam Westing even died. I think it is a game to test their skills and abilities. Mr. McSouthers, Flora Baumbach, and J.J. Ford all have met the Westing family at one point so I think they have an advantage in the game.